11:48 PM,
Jun. 22, 2014

More than 70 million Americans report having sleep problems. The CDC calls the matter a 'public health epidemic.'

Written by

Nancy Hellmich
| USA Today

Most people know when they don't get enough sleep: They're grumpier, have trouble concentrating and may even eat more. But too little shut-eye can also wreak havoc on your health, research shows.

Sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk of many serious health problems, including obesity, high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, depression, heart attacks and strokes, as well as premature death and reduced quality of life and productivity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Add to those an increased risk of automobile crashes, industrial disasters ...